Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, there have been some modifications to the original program that was set out for the replacement of the Aklavik Health Centre, as the Member notes. In the consideration of the design and some of the components of the facility, I want to assure the Member that no consideration will be given to any measures that would compromise the delivery of the health and social services programs within that facility.
There have been some changes to the budget. The original projected budget was $3,569,000. The most recent estimate prepared by Public Works and Services is now $4,360,000. I just want to assure the Member that the way by which the materials will arrive is not going to affect the occupancy date of the facility, as far as we know at this time.
The materials and supplies are now scheduled to be delivered by barge in July as opposed to by winter road, which was anticipated to be in the spring. The change of delivery of transportation does not delay the completion construction date as far as we know at this time. Thank you.